We are Monterey County's only organization advocating exclusively for the interests of those working in hospitality and tourism.
Andrea Ferrara joined the Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside in 2009. She viewed her new front desk job as a temporary post-college stop, but six months later, the hotel offered her a group rooms coordinator position. Ferrara enjoyed the work, and more promotions followed. Within five years, she became the property’s director of sales and events.
Continue Reading The MCHA takes an active role in securing funding for the Monterey County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Continue ReadingTourism is the driving force of the Monterey County economy. It is critical in generating funds to support Monterey County’s schools, roadways, emergency services and other County-wide infrastructure improvements. Monterey County Convention and Visitors Bureau (Monterey County CVB) is the leader in growing and sustaining travel throughout the County by inspiring responsible, high-value overnight visitation.
Monterey County CVB’s success is unified with MCHA, the bond is essential to tourism growth and economic benefit to the community. Together, our organizations help create jobs, fill restaurants and shops, sell attraction tickets and fuel critically important tax revenues and improve the quality of life for residents.
